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STL203: Finding holly for inlaying and banding

Shop Talk Live · 22 Nov 2019 · 1h 05m

What this episode covers

Bob Van Dyke, Steve Latta, and Mike Pekovich discuss sourcing difficult materials like holly and ebony for inlaying, noting that holly veneer is scarce and solid stock is expensive due to specific handling requirements. They advise against laminating thick veneers (over 1/16 inch) of similar species without cross-banding, citing a personal failure where mismatched wood movement caused a panel to warp like a 'potato chip.' The hosts also share practical workshop techniques, including using a block plane with a microbevel for chamfering and creating MDF sanding sticks for crisp edge finishing.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

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Companies
Maverick Abrasives, Domex, inlaybandings.com, Berkshire Veneers, B&B Rare Woods, Grizzly
Also
Lee Nielsen, Fine Woodworking

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